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Mine Design Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Mine planning includes stope and access design, along with stope infrastructure requirements. Infrastructure encompasses but is not limited to ventilation boreholes, muck passes, mine drainage, and ...

Mine Engineer 1-3

Big Timber, MT · On-site

$81K - $101K/yr

Mine planning includes stope and access design, along with stope infrastructure requirements. Infrastructure encompasses but is not limited to ventilation boreholes, muck passes, mine drainage, and ...

ID

$114K - $120K/yr

Mine design, mine access and development, mining methods, equipment selection, mine planning (short and long term), cut-off grade determination, backfill methods, mine services and ventilation

Mine Engineer 1-3

MT · On-site

$81K - $101K/yr

Mine planning includes stope and access design, along with stope infrastructure requirements. Infrastructure encompasses but is not limited to ventilation boreholes, muck passes, mine drainage, and ...

Mine Engineer 1-3

Nye, MT · On-site

$78K - $98K/yr

Mine planning includes stope and access design, along with stope infrastructure requirements. Infrastructure encompasses but is not limited to ventilation boreholes, muck passes, mine drainage, and ...

Senior Mine Engineer

Elko, NV · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mine Engineer - Long Range to develop, maintain, and optimize ... Design open pits, waste rock storage facilities, haul roads, and stormwater drainage systems.

Senior Mine Engineer

Elko, NV · On-site

$100K - $138K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mine Engineer - Long Range to develop, maintain, and optimize ... Design open pits, waste rock storage facilities, haul roads, and stormwater drainage systems.

Design and coordinate drill and blast programs to support efficient rock fragmentation and mining performance. * Develop and maintain ore stockpile, waste dump, and haul road designs to optimize ...

Senior Mine Engineer

Elko, NV · On-site

$100K - $138K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mine Engineer Long Range to develop, maintain, and optimize ... Design open pits, waste rock storage facilities, haul roads, and stormwater drainage systems.

UT · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Mine Planning and Design: * Advise senior leaders, technical reviewers, managers, and peers regarding the potential economic and production impacts from changes to mine design, production timing ...

The Mine Engineer is responsible for providing technical engineering support for the safe ... Design and coordinate drill and blast programs to support efficient rock fragmentation and mining ...

Senior Mine Engineer

Elko, NV · Hybrid

$100K - $138K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mine Engineer - Long Range to develop, maintain, and optimize ... Design open pits, waste rock storage facilities, haul roads, and stormwater drainage systems.

Senior Mine Engineer

Elko, NV · On-site

$110 - $170/hr

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mine Engineer - Long Range to develop, maintain, and optimize ... Design open pits, waste rock storage facilities, haul roads, and stormwater drainage systems.

Design * Develop and maintain strategic mine plans, annual plans, and life-of-mine schedules. * Lead pit optimization, phase design, pushback development, and mine sequencing activities. * Ensure ...

Senior Mining Engineer

Brawley, CA

$111K - $153K/yr

Utilizes planning software for mine design, mine planning, dump and leach pad design. * Utilizes planning software to estimate economic pit shells for design and reporting reserves/resources.

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How much do mine design jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for mine design in the United States is $89,183.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the basic mine design?

Basic mine design involves planning the layout of underground or open-pit operations, including the placement of access roads, tunnels, and extraction areas. It requires understanding geological conditions, safety standards, and efficient material flow, often supported by specialized software and engineering principles. Mine designers also consider environmental impact and regulatory compliance throughout the process.

What is the difference between Mine Design vs Mine Planning?

AspectMine DesignMine Planning
Primary FocusCreating detailed layouts and engineering plans for mine developmentScheduling and optimizing extraction processes and resource utilization
Required SkillsGeotechnical knowledge, CAD skills, engineering principlesProject management, data analysis, scheduling software
Work EnvironmentField visits, design offices, collaboration with geologists and engineersOffice-based, project timelines, coordination with operations

Mine Design involves developing detailed plans for mine layout and engineering, focusing on safety and feasibility. Mine Planning concentrates on scheduling and optimizing extraction activities to maximize efficiency and profitability. Both roles are essential in the mining industry and often work closely together to ensure successful mine operations.

Do miners make good money?

Mine design professionals and miners can earn competitive salaries, often influenced by experience, location, and the complexity of projects. Skilled miners with certifications and knowledge of mining software typically have higher earning potential, especially in regions with active mining industries.
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Infographic showing various Mine Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,183 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

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Job description

Mine Engineer 1-3


Location:

Stillwater Mine - Nye, MT

Schedule:

5x2, 4x3 - 9-hour days

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

Provide engineering support for production stope designs and short-range planning. Mine planning includes stope and access design, along with stope infrastructure requirements. Infrastructure encompasses but is not limited to ventilation boreholes, muck passes, mine drainage, and electrical installations. Mining methods include ramp and fill, cut and fill (both mechanized and slusher supported), uphole longhole stopes, and underhand mining with paste backfill. Mine planning includes assessment of ground control needs (in conjunction with rock mechanics engineers), ventilation assessments (in conjunction with ventilation engineer), geological constraints or opportunities (with production geologists), and estimations of economic viability against varying operating parameters. Prepare yearly production budgets, monthly and quarterly forecasts, manpower budgets, and reconcile forecasts with achievements.

Qualifications and Skills:

Required:

  • Leadership qualities including character, teamwork, communication, business sense and vision.
  • Strong focus on safety while completing all tasks.
  • Familiarity with rock mechanics and mine ventilation principles.
  • Strong computer skills in AutoCAD, Excel, and Word.
  • Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
  • Basic understanding of MSHA regulations.
  • Proven ability to work within a team-based environment.
  • Working knowledge and experience with mine modeling software.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of cost and schedule variance.

Preferred:

  • Proven short-range mine planning and scheduling experience.
  • Proficient use of Deswik mine design/scheduling software package.

Education and Experience:

  • BS in Mine Engineering or equivalent with 1-5 years engineering experience, or 5-8 years equivalent working experience.

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.